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Reference Manual
00809-0100-4809, Rev DA
Section 2: Installation
September 2015
Installation
Figure 2-35. Flo-Tap Installation
A. Support plate
B. Isolation valve
Step 7: Insert the Annubar sensor
Insert the sensor with one of the two drive options available – manual (M) or gear drive (G).
Manual (M) (not recommended for line size above 12-in. (300 mm))
1. Open the isolation valve fully.
2. Rotate drive nuts clockwise (as viewed from the top) as shown in Figure 2-35. The nuts
must be tightened alternately, about two turns at a time to prevent binding caused by
unequal loading.
3. Continue this procedure until the tip of the probe firmly contacts the opposite side of
the pipe.
a. The orange stripes are a visual indication of when the sensor is approaching the
opposite side wall.
b. As the orange stripe approaches the support plate, place a finger above the packing
gland while cranking.
c. Turn the drive nuts an additional
1
/4 to
1
/2 turn to secure the sensor.
Gear drive (G)
1. Open the isolation valve fully.
2. Rotate the crank clockwise. If a power drill with an adapter is used, do not exceed 200
rpm.
a. Continue rotating the crank until the sensor firmly contacts the opposite side of the
pipe. The orange stripes are a visual indication of when the sensor is approaching the
opposite side wall.
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